To help you plan your professional development budget for 2024, Legal Dive has compiled a list of top conferences next year for in-house legal professionals.
The list includes the major corporate attorney and legal operations events hosted by the American Bar Association, the Association of Corporate Counsel and other organizations. This gives you, whether you’re a general counsel, chief legal officer, associate counsel or legal operations professional, a resource to start your planning process.
ALM Legalweek
January 29-February 1
New York City
Thousands of legal professionals gather to network, dive into professional development, explore topics tailored to different roles and gain tools to get legal business done. Described as the best meeting place for many of the leading legal minds across the profession. More on ALM Legalweek 2024.
ABA Midyear Meeting
January 31-February 5
Louisville, Ky
ABA events bring you timely topics, leading speakers, convenient online options, and unmatched in-person networking opportunities. More on the 2024 ABA Midyear Meeting.
National Bar Association Corporate Counsel Conference
February 15-17
San Antonio
Nurture connections and recharge your batteries over three days in fellowship with corporate attorneys at companies from around the world. More on the 2024 Corporate Counsel Conference.
USLAW Network General Counsel and In-House Counsel Forum
February 28-29
Charleston, SC
Best-in-class legal discussions, networking and social events for in-house counsel, claims, and risk personnel alongside USLAW member attorneys and corporate partners. More on the 2024 In-House Counsel Forum.
ABA White Collar Crime Conference
March 6-8
San Francisco
The leading American conference on white-collar practice, including the conduct of investigations by prosecutors and grand jury, and the handling of motions practice and trials. More on the 2024 ABA White Collar Crime Conference.
General Counsel Innovation Forum
March 21
London
Attendees include general counsel, legal advisors and strategic partners. The event is intended to be a refreshing departure from traditional conferences. Our aim is to create an environment where lively discussions, focus groups and problem-solving are the norm. More on the 2024 GC Innovation Forum.
ACC Cybersecurity Summit
March 25-26
Los Angeles
Two days of in-person educational sessions and networking opportunities designed to engage and educate professionals and prepare them for the financial, legal and reputational risks their organizations face. More on the 2024 ACC Cybersecurity Summit.
ACC Legal Ops Con
April 14-16
Chicago
One-of-a-kind conference that brings together the brightest minds in the field of legal operations. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out in the industry, this event offers a unique platform to gain invaluable knowledge, discover innovative solutions, and connect with like-minded individuals. More on ACC 2024 Legal Ops Con.
International Litigation Finance Association
April 15
New York City
As the world’s only global trade association for commercial legal finance, ILFA Conferences bring together legal and finance leaders to share best practices in managing litigation and arbitration cost and risk. More on the 2024 ILFA New York conference.
IQPC Corporate Counsel & Compliance Exchange U.K.
April 15-16
London
Expert speakers will take a practical and forward-thinking look into the areas of ESG auditing and reporting, sanctions and operational risk management, the future of U.K. (de)regulation and cybersecurity. More on the 2024 Corporate Counsel & Compliance Exchange.
ALM | Law.com General Counsel Conference Midwest
April 16-17
Chicago
The premier forum designed for and by general counsel from multinational companies. More on the 2024 ALM | Law General Counsel Conference Midwest.
In-House U.K. Legal Tech Summit
April 22-23
London (Marlow)
The alternative in-house technology summit helps general counsel gather community success stories and build closer relationships within your organization to help you get C-suite buy-in. More on the 2024 In-House Legal Tech Summit.
CLOC Global Summit
May 6-9
Las Vegas
A must-attend for legal operations professionals, CGI 2024 promises to attract a diverse and global audience from various sectors, including in-house legal operations, Legal Service Providers, technology partners, law firms, and academia. This range of participation offers a rich environment for groundbreaking ideas and collaborative solutions. More on the CLOC 2024 Global Summit.
ACC CLO Global Summit
May 22-24
Edinburgh, Scotland
Chief legal officers must redefine themselves to match rapid global transformation. Join the highest ranking legal officers from around the world to address pressing issues for the modern day CLO in a setting designed for general counsel by general counsel. More on the ACC 2024 CLO Global Summit.
Legal Geek North America
June 20
Chicago
Law tech conference pairing expert talks with laid-back networking and interactive sessions. Tickets are free for anyone working in an in-house team. More on 2024 Legal Geek conference.
ACC Corporate Counsel University
June 26-28
Denver
Onboarding and networking opportunities tailored to new in-house lawyers. CCU is intended for members with less than five years of experience in a corporate legal department and those seeking to refresh their basic practice skills. More on the ACC 2024 Corporate Counsel University.
ABA Annual Meeting
July 31-August 6
Chicago
ABA events bring you timely topics, leading speakers, convenient online options, and unmatched in-person networking opportunities. More on the ABA 2024 Annual Meeting.
ILTACON
August 11-15
Nashville
Peer-created and led conference for legal technology professionals. The educational program includes topics and trends developed by co-chairs and experienced ILTA members in formats to meet a variety of learning styles. More on ILTACON 2024.
ACC Annual Meeting
October 6-9
Nashville
Training and education exclusively for in-house lawyers and legal operations professionals no matter your career stage. More on the ACC 2024 Annual Meeting.
Legal Geek Conference
October 16-17
London
The one-of-a-kind conference is a celebration of legal innovation and the largest legal tech event in Europe. More on 2024 Legal Geek Conference.
National Association of Women Lawyers GC Institute
November 6-8
New York City
For two decades, the General Counsel Institute has been providing advanced CLE sessions and exceptional networking opportunities for in-house lawyers. Conference attendance is strictly reserved for in-house counsel and sponsors, ensuring that participants can cultivate and reinforce relationships with other leading in-house professionals. More on the NAWL 2024 GC Institute.
ALM/Corporate Counsel General Counsel Conference East
November 18-19
New York City
General Counsel Conference East empowers legal leaders for growth, innovation and excellence. Designed for general counsel, legal executives and industry professionals, General Counsel Conference East is the premier gathering that offers opportunities for learning, networking and professional development. With a focus on the in-house counsel’s perspective, sessions will tackle strategic leadership, technology and cybersecurity risks, global supply chains, ESG integration, data privacy laws and rules and more. Join fellow GCs who are shaping legal leadership, and get first-hand insights into shared experience and practical takeaways to help you embark on a journey of success in your role. More on the 2024 ALM/CC GC Conference East.
